Find events in Dorset, from village fêtes and jumble sales to the county’s biggest shows, alongside theatre, live music, exhibitions, markets, talks, walks and family days out. The Dorset Life What’s On calendar brings together things to do across the county, with dates, locations and details to help you plan.
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Cllr. Derek Beer will be holding a community drop-in information and guidance session on all things Shaftesbury, from social wellbeing and loneliness to housing and highways, and to hear other […]
** CANCELLED** Come and see a professional willow weaver in action and book a place to make your own bird feeder. Shaftesbury Library Saturday 20 January 11:00am - 12 midday Suitable for ages adults and children over 12 years. Spaces are limited, so please book on Eventbrite or ask the library staff to book for […]
Join us at St Peter's Church, Dorchester on Saturday 20th January between 12.30 and 1pm for a lunchtime concert given by clarinettist Natalie Burton and pianist Rob Taylor. Their programme includes music by Weber, Stanford, Paul Reade and Saint-Saëns. Enjoy a restful half an hour in the midst of your busy Saturday! Admission is free […]
PCSO 5382 Leatt will be at Shaftesbury Library to offer crime prevention advice and leaflets, and to hear any local concerns. Shaftesbury Library Thursday 25 January 10:00am - 11:00am Thursday 22 February 10:00am - 11:00am Thursday 21 March 10:00am - 11:00am For more information: 01747 852256 [email protected]
Cranborne Chase Astronomy Club will be delighting us with a presentation, slideshow, and exhibition that is sure to excite stargazers and astrophotographers. This presentation was incredibly busy last year, so booking is essential to avoid disappointment! Shaftesbury Library Saturday 27 January 11:00am - 12 midday Suitable for adults and older children. Children under 8 must […]
You are warmly invited to our monthly, cathedral-style service of Choral Evensong on Saturday 27th January at 4.30pm in St Peter’s Church, Dorchester. The music for Epiphany includes Poulenc’s ‘Videntes […]
"Not too bad" sometimes means we're hiding how we really feel. Join us this Time to Talk Day, Shaftesbury Library Thursday 1st February 10.00am to 2.00pm. Time to Talk Day […]
"The Assault on Truth, Threat to Parliamentary Democracy" at Digby Memorial Hall, Digby Road, Sherborne. 7.00 for 7.30 - Tickets: £15.00 from Winstones Bookshop or Mary [email protected] 01963 251255 or […]
Macrame workshop Hobby season We are delighted to have Anita from Kit and Kaboodle in Shaftesbury join this year’s Hobby Season. Make a macramé keyring fob to take home. Shaftesbury […]
The Sherborne joint school CCF have chosen to raise funds and awareness for the following worthwhile organisations: Royal Naval Association, Royal Marines Charity and the Army Benevolent Fund. These charities […]
North Dorset Quilters Display and Free Workshop Hobby season The North Dorset Quilters will display their amazing quilts and crafts and it’s an opportunity for adults to make a quilted […]
Join in with Shaftesbury's Snowdrop Festival fun at Shaftesbury Library on Monday 12th February 11.00am to 12 noon. Get your Snowdrop Crown made and ready for this year's Snowdrop Festival! […]
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